5 questions about this video of a goat riding a horse (updated with response)

Newfoundland and Labrador tourism agency films two unlikely friends

Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism was shooting a TV commercial near Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve when, unexpectedly, the crew saw a goat riding a horse.

After posting the video to their Facebook page, the tourism agency seemed to imply that this wasn’t all that weird. “What else would you expect in a place with its very own time zone?” they asked.

Well, I’m not really sure what else to expect. Here are a few questions I’d like answers to.

1. Did they stage this video?

Look, I’m sure it’s not easy finding new reasons every day for why people should visit Newfoundland and Labrador. I’m not slagging the province, mind you. By all accounts, it’s an incredible place to live or visit. But if it’s your full-time job to find ways of promoting Newfoundland and Labrador, well, maybe you end up taking some creative liberties every now and then, no? Like putting a goat on a horse and filming it.

2. What kind of goat is it?

I actually pulled up the Wikipedia entry for goat breeds and, let me tell you, there’s a lot of them. Is that a kinder goat, by any chance? A fainting goat? Has it ever starred in a Taylor Swift music video?

3. How did the goat get up there?

That horse is pretty huge compared to the goat. Was there a ramp or a platform nearby? Did the goat surprise the horse while it slept? I can’t wrap my head around how a tiny goat managed to end up on a horse, unless…

4. Did the horse kidnap the goat?

Just think about it. This actually makes the most sense.

5. What happened afterward?

Did the goat and horse continue to hang out together? Are they friends? Do other animals think they’re kind of weird when they do this? We need to know!

Update: Amy Fisher from Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism sent in a response. It’s posted below.

1. Did they stage the video?

Nope. Although, we’re flattered that you would think that. Sometimes if you venture far enough off the beaten path you never know who you’ll meet. Here’s another unexpected encounter http://youtu.be/r5QnN4Xtd4g.

2. What kind of goat is this?

This little guy’s name is Young Nanny. He’s a pygmy goat. We have it on good authority that he’s a fantastic singer. Apparently he has five brothers and they’re all incredibly gifted multi-instrumentalists. Another great example of the musical talent we have on display in Newfoundland and Labrador.

3. How did the goat get up there?

Each morning as the horse (Sunshine) lies down in the meadow, Young Nanny will often hop alongside of her and pop up onto her back. Once the horse gets to its feet, the goat begins to frolic about.

4. Did the horse kidnap the goat?

Nope. That horse is a sweetheart.

5. What happened afterward?

Sunshine and Young Nanny are still the best of friends. If you make your way along the Cape Shore this summer you just might see them playing around.

So, what else would you expect from a place with its very own time zone?